Cascarudo vs Spotted corydoras: can they live together?

Verdict: Not recommended

An adult Cascarudo is about 4 times the length of a Spotted corydoras and may eat it.
Both are comfortable at 23–28°C (73–82°F).
A pH of 6.0–7.2 suits both.

Side by side

	Cascarudo	Spotted corydoras
Adult size	18 cm (7.1 in)	4.9 cm (1.9 in)
Minimum tank	210 L (55 US gal)	–
Temperature	18–28°C (64–82°F)	23–28°C (73–82°F)
pH	5.8–8.3	6.0–7.2
Hardness	0–30 dGH (0–535 ppm)	2–25 dGH (36–446 ppm)
Temperament	Peaceful	Peaceful
Community tank	–	Good
Care level	Easy	Easy
Diet	Omnivore	Omnivore